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Section F: Public Realm Dock Access Facilities Design Intent — As with many historic waterfront elements, dock access facilities can and should be designed to add to the aesthetic quality of the Esplanade. Controlled access to the docks and emergency and maintenance vehicle access are important elements to coordinate for design. Design must be aesthetically unified with other aspects for the Esplanade and be compatible with the maritime environment. For these facilities, thought should be given to expressing details and connections. Materials — Exterior access facilities will be constructed of materials durable enough for the harsh marine climate in heavy use. This includes steel, heavy gauge aluminum, and masonry. In some cases, wood that is well treated to hold up to the marine environment may be appropriate. Finishes — Finishes will be durable and low maintenance. Metals should be stainless, galvanized, or powder coated. Finishes for masonry shall be nonporous and sealed with water- repellent sealers. Finishes for wood shall be smooth, bust must also include appropriate protective sealing treatments for marine climate longevity. Access Facility Types Marina Dock Access Gate— At the entry points to the docks and boat slips, security gates are or will be installed to control access. These gates must be designed to have an expression of the marine aesthetic. They should provide coverage for waiting and storage for carts. Visibility through the gate is important for safety and security. Coordination of design between the access gate and the components of the Esplanade and marina is required through material selection, alignment, surface pattering and dimensions. Marina Gangways — Leading from the access gate entry points to the docks are gangways. Their slope will vary with the tides and must contain an all-weather slip resistant surface. Guardrails run along both sides of the gangplanks. Coordination of design between the gangway and dock is required through material selection, alignment, surface patterning and dimensions. Marina Docks — Docks must meet all the functional requirements including a slip resistant surface. Coordination of design between the dock and gangway is required through material selection, alignment, surface patterning and dimensions. Vehicle Access — Access to the Esplanade facilities must meet all maintenance and emergency access requirements. Access points should overlap with points of access needed for pedestrians. Access should not alter design materials and finishes of the Esplanade. For emergency access areas, designers must work with the fire department to develop alternatives to yellow and red paint stripping. Boat Ramps and Boat Lifts- Design of lifts along the Esplanade must be coordinated with safety requirements for pedestrians. Visual and physical controls should be incorporated to ensure safe pedestrian access. Noise signals should be minimized when possible. 2014 Waterfront Place Central Supplemental Design Guidelines -79-